Reigning world champions Iran and
Brazil prepare to take centre stage at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games sitting
volleyball competition from August 29 to September 7 at the North Paris Arena.
Iran, a colossal force in men’s
sitting volleyball, aim to reaffirm their dominance and extend their
unparalleled legacy. In contrast, Brazil, fueled by their first world title,
are driven by an unyielding desire to reach the pinnacle of Paralympic success.
Both teams are set to embark on their
unique journeys, each with their eyes firmly on the ultimate prize – Paralympic
gold.
Iran’s quest for an eighth Paralympic
gold
Iran have been a dominant force on
the international stage. Their triumph at the 2022 WPV Sitting Volleyball Men’s
World Championship, where they decisively defeated hosts Bosnia and
Herzegovina, showcased their unwavering excellence. This victory marked their
eighth world title in eleven appearances.
The road to Paris 2024 has been paved
with success. They have won every tournament leading up to the Paralympic
Games, including the Asian Zone Championship in Kazakhstan, the Asian Para Games
in Hangzhou and the 2023 WPV Sitting Volleyball World Cup in Cairo. Their
squad, featuring stars like setter Davoud Alipourian and the towering Morteza
Mehrzad, is a formidable blend of talent, experience and strategic brilliance
under the guidance of legendary coach Hadi Rezaei.
Their mission in Paris is to capture
their eighth Paralympic gold medal, adding to their impressive haul of seven
gold and two silver medals from past Games.